Care and Use:  Always hand wash your Brillante in warm sudsy water soon after each use and towel dry immediately.  NEVER PUT BRILLANTE IN THE MICROWAVE OR DISHWASHER.  Coat Brillante pieces with vegetable oil or spray when serving salads or salty foods.  Avoid storage of acidic foods.  Standing water will leave a stain.  Warm to 325 F (140 C) for serving hot foods.  Freeze or chill for summer entertaining.  Cutting directly on any metal surface will scratch the surface.  Brillante exceeds the FDA requirements for aluminum serveware.  Slight cooling and buffing marks are a natural process in the craftsmanship of these products.  Occasional use of a non-abrasive metal polish will help restore the soft luster.  Mariposa recommends simi-chrome polish, also sold on this website.